Inquiry report on 1984 Bunratty killing due next week

23-year-old Patrick Nugent was killed 36 years ago

Patrick Nugent, who died in 1984. An inquiry into the Garda investigation of his death is due to be given to the justice minister next week. File Picture.

An inquiry into how gardaí investigated the death of a 23-year-old man near Bunratty Castle 36 years ago is being finalised and should be with the justice minister next week.

Former judge Patrick Clyne was tasked with carrying out a Section 42 inquiry into the Garda handling of the case of Patrick Nugent, who was found dead near Bunratty Castle in Clare in 1984.